Does the 2021 Audi A6 have recalls?

NHTSA lists 11 recall campaigns for the 2021 Audi A6, including Electrical System › Instrument Cluster/Panel; Suspension › Rear › Axle › Non-Powered Axle Assembly; Tires. Recalls are matched by model year, so check your exact VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

What are the most common 2021 Audi A6 problems?

Owners filed 18 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are electrical system (11), engine (3), power train (2), forward collision avoidance (2).

How much does a 2021 Audi A6 cost to own for 5 years?

About $61,041 over 5 years ($1,017/month) at an estimated $26,750 purchase price and 12,000 miles a year, including depreciation, insurance, fuel, maintenance, repairs, loan interest and taxes. Run a VIN report to personalize it.

2021 Audi A6

The 2021 Audi A6 earns a weak Throttlebook Ownership Score of 48/100. Expect about $61,041 to own it for five years, or $1,017 a month. NHTSA lists 11 recall campaigns that may apply, so check the exact VIN at nhtsa.gov before you buy. Owners have filed 18 complaints.

Recalls: 11
Complaints: 18
5-yr cost: $61k
MPG (EPA): 22

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Ownership Score

2021 Audi A6 vs nearby years

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11 recalls may apply

For the 2021 Audi A6. NHTSA matches recalls by model and year — confirm by VIN.

What's wrong: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2021 SQ8, A6 SEDAN, A7, A8, Q7, Q8, RS6 Avant, RS7, RSQ8, S6 SEDAN, S7, S8, A6 Allroad, and SQ7 vehicles. Due to a software error, the instrument panel display may fail.
Risk: An instrument panel display that fails to show critical safety information, such as the speedometer or warning lights, increases the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will update the instrument panel module software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 24, 2025. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 90VC.

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5-year cost to own

Estimated $26,750 price, 20% down, 11.19% APR for 60 months (Experian avg.), 12,000 mi/yr.

$61,041

$1,017/month · $1.02/mile

Depreciation	$9,951
Insurance (national avg.)	$16,200
Fuel / charging	$9,135
Maintenance	$10,240
Repairs	$5,664
Loan interest	$7,246
Taxes & fees	$2,605

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Owner complaints & safety

What real owners reported to NHTSA for this model year.

18 complaints

Electrical System11
Engine3
Unknown Or Other2
Power Train2
Forward Collision Avoidance2
Exterior Lighting1

Complaint counts scale with how many were sold; compare against similar models.

NHTSA crash-test stars

Overall: 5 out of 5 stars
Frontal: 4 out of 5 stars
Side: 5 out of 5 stars
Rollover: 5 out of 5 stars

Rated as: 2021 Audi A6 4 DR AWD

What to check on a used 2021 Audi A6

Ordered by what owners of this model year reported most. Reports are not proof of a defect.

Electrical and lights
- Test every window, lock, light and wiper.
- Watch for warning lights that stay on after start-up.
Engine and transmission
- Cold start: listen for knocking, ticking or rough running.
- Shifts should be smooth with no slipping or jerking.
Driver-assist systems
- Ask if the systems work as designed and if any warnings stay on.
- Test the backup camera and parking sensors if fitted.

If anything in a safety area feels wrong (brakes, steering, airbags, tires), stop driving and get it inspected before you buy or drive it further. Paste a VIN above for the full printable checklist.

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FAQ

Is the 2021 Audi A6 a good car to buy?: The 2021 Audi A6 earns a weak Throttlebook Ownership Score of 48/100. Expect about $61,041 to own it for five years, or $1,017 a month. NHTSA lists 11 recall campaigns that may apply, so check the exact VIN at nhtsa.gov before you buy. Owners have filed 18 complaints.
Does the 2021 Audi A6 have recalls?: NHTSA lists 11 recall campaigns for the 2021 Audi A6, including Electrical System › Instrument Cluster/Panel; Suspension › Rear › Axle › Non-Powered Axle Assembly; Tires. Recalls are matched by model year, so check your exact VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
What are the most common 2021 Audi A6 problems?: Owners filed 18 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are electrical system (11), engine (3), power train (2), forward collision avoidance (2).
How much does a 2021 Audi A6 cost to own for 5 years?: About $61,041 over 5 years ($1,017/month) at an estimated $26,750 purchase price and 12,000 miles a year, including depreciation, insurance, fuel, maintenance, repairs, loan interest and taxes. Run a VIN report to personalize it.

Sources: NHTSA recalls, complaints and NCAP ratings; EPA fueleconomy.gov. Data refreshed weekly. Complaint counts scale with sales volume.